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45 days ago

What's your favourite tomato recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to … View moreKia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.

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25 days ago

Safety Alert - Maybe??

Kevin from Casebrook

Please excuse my paranoia as I may easily be overreacting. However something happened this afternoon that hasn’t happened before and given the increased levels of robberies etc that occur at this time I thought it reasonable to alert you all.

We live down a back section in Regents Park. Mid … View more
Please excuse my paranoia as I may easily be overreacting. However something happened this afternoon that hasn’t happened before and given the increased levels of robberies etc that occur at this time I thought it reasonable to alert you all.

We live down a back section in Regents Park. Mid afternoon a well dressed woman knocked on our door. I enquired how I could help and she said she was here to collect some candles. I asked her what address and she gave our address. I asked her who she was collecting them from. There was a vague answer that she didn’t know who. She said the person said it was from Casebrook and that they were making candles. She then quietly walked away. Too late I thought about following her down the drive to see what she did next.

As I said in may be paranoid or overreacting or not but the general vagueness and uncertainty had a sense of her casing our area. Has anyone else experienced this? Be safe. 😀

25 days ago

Have you shown us your Christmas tree?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Less than a week left to enter this merry competition.

With lots of spot prizes to win (as well as the title of NZ's Merriest Home), it's worth getting out your camera phone and taking a picture of your festive abode!

Check out the Christmassy homes here.
Enter now

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25 days ago

🌟 MEGA GARAGE SALE – A TREASURE HUNT LIKE NO OTHER! 🌟

Thomas from Parklands - Marshlands

🌟 MEGA GARAGE SALE – A TREASURE HUNT LIKE NO OTHER! 🌟


📅 Saturday, 14th December
🕗 Set Your Alarms: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 317 Westminster Street, Mairehau, Christchurch

This is the garage sale you've been waiting for, packed with amazing finds for every bargain hunter,… View more
🌟 MEGA GARAGE SALE – A TREASURE HUNT LIKE NO OTHER! 🌟


📅 Saturday, 14th December
🕗 Set Your Alarms: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 317 Westminster Street, Mairehau, Christchurch

This is the garage sale you've been waiting for, packed with amazing finds for every bargain hunter, collector, and thrifty shopper out there!

Step into a world of incredible deals and hidden gems that you won’t find anywhere else.

Whether you’re a book lover looking to stock up on fascinating reads, a fashion enthusiast searching for stylish clothes at unbeatable prices, or a homeowner ready to upgrade your tools with a reliable lawn mower, we’ve got something for everyone!

For the fun-seekers, there’s even a trampoline, perfect for family fun and keeping the kids entertained. Movie buffs can snag a handy DVD rack to organize their collections, and lovers of all things quirky and unique will be thrilled with our wide array of bric & brac items – from charming decor to unexpected treasures, it’s all here waiting for you!

🛍️ Whether you’re on the hunt for practical essentials, one-of-a-kind finds, or just a great way to spend your Saturday morning exploring, this sale promises to have it all.

With such a massive variety of items on offer, you’ll need to bring your sharpest bargain-hunting instincts and an empty car boot to take it all home.

💸 Don’t let someone else snag your perfect find – arrive early for the best selection, and get ready to score amazing deals on items you didn’t even know you needed!

✨ So, grab your friends, your family, and your neighbors, and head down to 317 Westminster Street, Mairehau, Christchurch this Saturday for a treasure hunt that will make your weekend unforgettable.

Remember, the early bird catches the worm, so don’t miss out – we can’t wait to see you there! 🛒

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31 days ago

Poll: Are quality products on the decline?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Gift-giving looks a lot different these days when you can pick up super-cheap goods made overseas. But do they last?

Do you have any old items like appliances, electronics or clothing that have stood the test of time? Share below!

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Are quality products on the decline?
  • 92.3% Yes
    92.3% Complete
  • 7.1% No
    7.1% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
1721 votes
25 days ago

A Christmas to Remember

Manager from Lamb & Hayward

How do we deck the halls when there’s an empty chair at the Christmas table, when Silent Night is just too silent? Lamb & Hayward warmly invites you to join us for ‘Christmas to Remember’ as we commemorate loved ones no longer with us.

Tuesday 10 December, Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, … View more
How do we deck the halls when there’s an empty chair at the Christmas table, when Silent Night is just too silent? Lamb & Hayward warmly invites you to join us for ‘Christmas to Remember’ as we commemorate loved ones no longer with us.

Tuesday 10 December, Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside
All services commence at 7:00pm followed by light refreshments.

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37 days ago

Georgina's Rhubarb Crumble

The Team from Ryman Northwood Retirement Village

Craving a dessert that makes the most of spring's fresh produce? Look no further than Georgina's signature Rhubarb Crumble.

This delicious treat has become a favourite at Ryman’s Bert Sutcliffe Village, where the sweet and tangy aroma often wafts through the air, tempting neighbours … View more
Craving a dessert that makes the most of spring's fresh produce? Look no further than Georgina's signature Rhubarb Crumble.

This delicious treat has become a favourite at Ryman’s Bert Sutcliffe Village, where the sweet and tangy aroma often wafts through the air, tempting neighbours in for a taste. It’s also a hit with Georgina's 13-year-old granddaughter, Brooklyn, who loves serving it warm with gooey custard or a scoop of melting vanilla ice cream.

Click read more for the recipe.

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27 days ago

📢Special Offer for December!

Melissa from Emergency Cards Limited

Wherever life takes you—or even at home—an Emergency Card or Tag provides peace of mind for people of all ages. Independent children, active adults, and seniors alike can use it as an emergency contact card, no medical condition required. With no ongoing fees or memberships, only include the … View moreWherever life takes you—or even at home—an Emergency Card or Tag provides peace of mind for people of all ages. Independent children, active adults, and seniors alike can use it as an emergency contact card, no medical condition required. With no ongoing fees or memberships, only include the information you choose to. Speaks for you when you can’t.

Purchase an Emergency Card, Tag, or Combo this December, enter NEIGHBOURLY at checkout for 20% discount, or choose to donate the savings to a worthy local cause instead!

Buy one for yourself or a loved one today and feel secure knowing help and loved ones are always within reach. Because you never know when an accident or medical event may happen. 🎄

(Offer valid 01/12/24 - 31/12/24)

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27 days ago

🎄 Need a gift for the hard-to-buy-for?🎄

Mags4Gifts

Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!

Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa … View more
Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!

Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa gift or something special to put under the tree, we’ve got you covered with a great selection for all interests.

Don’t miss out – shop now at Mags4Gifts.com and enjoy the savings!
Find out more

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28 days ago

Evolving

Don from Parklands - Marshlands

Childhood is a “disorder” identified by short stature, “legume anorexia”, tantrums, poor sphincter control, childishness, imaginary friends and deficits in language and reasoning.
They exit this stage and mature as grownups.
That will evolve into the stage when they groan as they stand … View more
Childhood is a “disorder” identified by short stature, “legume anorexia”, tantrums, poor sphincter control, childishness, imaginary friends and deficits in language and reasoning.
They exit this stage and mature as grownups.
That will evolve into the stage when they groan as they stand up.

Remember, it is often not what you say, but what you say, when you say it and to whom you say it.

28 days ago

Online phishing scam

The Team from New Zealand Police

With Christmas fast approaching, Police are encouraging people to be aware of online phishing scams.
The holiday season can already be a stressful time, and the last thing you want is to lose large sums of money to a scam.
A phishing scam is an online scam, where the offender pretends to be a … View more
With Christmas fast approaching, Police are encouraging people to be aware of online phishing scams.
The holiday season can already be a stressful time, and the last thing you want is to lose large sums of money to a scam.
A phishing scam is an online scam, where the offender pretends to be a trustworthy person or organisation to try and get a victim’s personal information.
Police has received a number of phishing scam reports with offenders targeting people who are selling items or services online like Trade Me and Facebook Marketplace.
The offenders pretend to be an interested buyer, and urgently request to buy your product and arrange a courier pickup.
The victim receives a fake courier website link to complete a verification process asking for personal details, like bank account numbers, passwords, and phone numbers.
Once provided these details, the offender uses these to access a victim’s bank account, tricking the victim into proving any multifactor authentication code sent from the victim’s bank.
The money in the victim’s bank account is then taken by the offender once access is gained.
Police are urging members of the public to be cautious, especially when someone in person or online is asking you to give them money or your personal details like bank accounts and passwords.
Never comply with a request asking you to provide or ‘verify’ your online banking details.
Legitimate organisations will never ask you to do this.
If you are unsure if it is real, please contact your bank by the phone number on their official website or go to your nearest branch.
If you receive a courier website link from a potential buyer, this is likely a scam.
Please do not fill out the verification process.
Use the social media/trading platform’s reporting tools to report the scam and the user involved.
You can also make a report to Netsafe at report.netsafe.org.nz.
If you have handed over your online banking details, contact your bank immediately and suspend your account.
If you think you have been scammed (provided your banking details and/or suffered a loss), please gather as much information you can and make a report to Police online through 105.police.govt.nz or call 105.

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29 days ago

Festive foliage

The Team from Resene ColorShop Papanui

Get creative by making a gorgeous leaf-printed tablecloth and gift your guests the perfect hand-painted decoration all painted in Resene testpot paint colours.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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29 days ago

Berry Plants for sale

Nicola from Mairehau

We are selling the following berry plants:
Gooseberry, thornless black berry, red and black currants, cape gooseberry, raspberry and apple of the earth. Prices range from $4-15 depending on size. Pick up in Mairehau. Please message or text to make a pick up time. 0212677172

Price: $5

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30 days ago

garden pod or planter box.

Chris from Papanui

1.200 x .500 x .200, this is made of recycled timber, but the timber is in good condition. There is no stand, but l could make one if needed. There is a roof cover, but it needs to be recovered. phone Chris on 0275493828

Price: $44

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30 days ago

Playing Card Holders

Chris from Papanui

,2 in plywood pine, They are varnished. 330mm long, used for when you need to hold cards, or you have pick ups in your card game, ( like Bolivia) They have 2 slots $12.50 or 3 slots $15.00 . The slots are cut at different Hights.
Or a 3 slot on a bevel $18.00 Phone 0275493828 ONO

Price: $12.50

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